anaheim-gazette 1947-01-30

COLONY QUIPS Let us consider the parking meter that has appeared upon our downtown streets and seems to have taken a firm hold on the economy of Anaheim. Let us look at this new 'gadget' from the standpoint of the shopper, the merchant, the city. All are interested in what goes on now and in the future. When the shopper comes to town he is interested in first finding a place to park. While he is still in the car he is a tourist and when he gets a place to leave that vehicle he immediately becomes a customer. That simple change is important to the shopper for he has something to buy, it is important to the merchant for he has something to sell and it is important to the city because without trade activity there would be no city. All great cities from the oldest known have grown up where trade could take place easily. Anaheim now has the first unit of her off-street parking program in operation. This parking lot is located on the southside of Char-tres street between Los Angeles and Lemon streets. It is free to all, and will be well lighted at night. Parking stalls are well marked and concrete piers are there to head your car into for a stop. This is the first and there are more to come. They will represent quite an investment by the city not only in original cost but in upkeep and lighting as well. The stores that have rear en- VOLUME LXXVI ANAHE FIRST OFF-STREET PARKING LOT SOON TO BE DEDICATED Plans for dedication of Anaheim's first off-street parking lot now being formulated as construction moves forward on the Char-tres street lot, announced E. H. Moeller, secretary of Anaheim Chamber Commerce. This will complete the first stage of the projected plan give Anaheim shoppers and businessmen the advantage of city-owned and maintained parking lots, and will make Anaheim the first municipality in southern California to own and operate such lots. Anaheim is the only city in the state using its parking meter funds for the development of off-street parking lots, according to Robert Boney, councilman who has been an active leader in promoting the off-street parking lots. Civic leaders, in furthering the cause of the parking lots, point out the many advantages to the city of having the lots. Those who come in to the city from outlying sections and wish to spend a day or half day shopping in the business district without the necessity of having to go back and forth to the meters every hour, will be able to park in the city-owned lots without cost. Noted Newsman To Talk at Lincoln Day Meet, Feb. Upton Close, nationally known columnist and commentator on public affairs, will be the speaker at the Lincoln Day dinner, to held under the auspices of the Orange County Republican Central Committee at the Santa Ana Masonic Temple, February 13, 7 p.m., according to an announcement by Mrs. Lelia Eastmarch chairman of the committee. Close will speak to a la in operation. This parking lot is located on the southside of Char-tres street between Los Angeles and Lemon streets. It is free to all, and will be well lighted at night. Parking stalls are well marked and concrete piers are there to head your car into for a stop. This is the first and there are more to come. They will represent quite an investment by the city not only in original cost but in upkeep and lighting as well. The stores that have rear entrances along this first lot are planning to put in new entrances and display windows for the benefit of those using this off-street parking lot. This will not only beautify our city but also make it much more convenient to shop. You are probably asking what has this to do with parking meters for there are none on the off-street lot. The meters are simply going to furnish the money to purchase this private property, make parking lots, and light it up for the use of the public. As we see it everyone will pay for his parking on the streets of the city, as you do in most other cities, but in Anaheim you will get a dividend in the shape of public off-street parking lots where you can park for free and still not have to walk but a short distance to your favorite store. So that old meter that stares you in the face when you park on our downtown streets is just a blessing in disguise when one considers it is only a small part of the whole plan. Anaheim is surely taking the lead in this section in making shopping easier for the person coming to buy. Follow the crowds and you will shop in Anaheim. There have been rumors around town for the past few weeks of a 'Green Sheet' that would soon appear and give the inside story of what is going on here in Anaheim. We have heard that the Gazette was going to print the thing but to date we have not even found out who is back of it and who is going to do the financing. A thing like that must have some money put up before it can appear and for putting up the money there must be an axe to grind. Find the person with the axe that needs sharpening and you at least have a potential angel for a 'Green Sheet.' We think that Anaheim is one of the cleanest towns in southern California. Not by hearsay either. If there are any 'bookies' or 'call houses' here we certainly have has been an active leader in promoting the off-street parking lots. Civic leaders, in furthering the cause of the parking lots, point out the many advantages to the city of having the lots. Those who come in to the city from outlying sections and wish to spend a day or half day shopping in the business district without the necessity of having to go back and forth to the meters every hour, will be able to park in the city-owned lots without cost. The Chartres street lot will accommodate about 50 cars at one time, but since cars are constantly moving in and out, the number actually handled during the day would be many times that amount. This lot will serve the business district in its immediate vicinity, and the proposed lots to be constructed later will each handle a similar amount. One fact that city authorities wish to bring out regarding the lot is that no tearing down of "improved" buildings is necessary, in fact, a number of blighted areas will be cleaned up in this way. For instance, the store owners whose establishments border the lot are planning extensive remodeling in order to present an eye-appealing facade to shoppers as they leave their cars. Mahaffey and Lily, whose furniture house is directly in front of the lot, plan to redecorate at an expense of about $10,000, the rear of their building to provide an attractive entrance to the store, and plan to build show windows to display merchandise at this entrance also. It is the feeling of city leaders that with the combination of parking meters for quick-shopping, parking lots for longer shopping, and all day parking for workers and businessmen only a short walk from the business section, the city will have completely overcome any snarl in the parking situation, making Anaheim a model city in this respect. Anaheim's civic leaders have long been concerned with the parking problem, as well as other phases of modern city management, because they felt that nothing would add as materially to the city's growth and prosperity than the reputation which would be gained by making Anaheim a convenient, easy place for shoppers to come. In order to secure the most expert advice obtainable on these problems, Gordon Whitnall, nationally-known consultant on city planning, was retained to make a study of Anaheim. Upton Close, nationally known columnist and commentator on public affairs, will be the speaker at the Lincoln Day dinner, too held under the auspices of the Orange County Republican Central Committee at the Santa Ana Masonic Temple, February 13th, 7 p.m., according to an announcement by Mrs. Lelia Eastman chairman of the committee. Close will speak to a large group, 400 to 450 persons from all parts of the county already having already signified their intention to attend the dinner. Will discuss in simple "brass tack style," his analysis of government affairs, his topic being "Government, the People's Business." Joseph H. Daniger, of San Ana, vice chairman of the committee, will be in charge, with Mr. (Gus) Allen, Ken Lindsey Fred Forgy, Mrs. Charlotte Burn, and Arthur A. May, first members of the central committee, assisting together with the co-operation of local committees from the different cities in the county. Anaheim committeemen preside will be C. J. Mauerhan, M. Beebe, William P. Webb, Mrs. E. Holland, and Vic Loly. The Anaheim men pointed out that advance sales of tickets indicate a sell-out, and suggested that eeryone secure tickets early. The meeting will be one of the largest gatherings of the committee Orange county and all Anahe residents are urged to attend. Reservations for this traditional observance of Lincoln Day may be obtained from Mrs. Lela Frankheim, committee secretary, 20 N. Broadway, Apt. D, Santa Ana Phone numbers are 7238 or 4436-R. Buy in Anaheim and get greater values for your money. CITY COUNCIL PAYDAYS FOR City Council in regular session payday dates for all city emplees City Clerk Charles Griffith. U will be on the 10th and 25th days and 4th Tuesdays, as they have change is to regulate the time one payday and the next. If they will be issued on the working day said Griffith. and who is going to do the financing. A thing like that must have some money put up before it can appear and for putting up the money there must be an axe to grind. Find the person with the axe that needs sharpening and you at least have a potential angel for a 'Green Sheet.' We think that Anaheim is one of the cleanest towns in southern California. Not by hearsay either. If there are any 'bookies' or 'call houses' here we certainly have not heard about them. If you have any information along this line we wish you would pass us the word. We will guarantee to have them out of business within the hour. Just heard that one of our great eastern universities has added a class in angling to its curriculum. Elements of the course will be fly casting, fly tying and upkeep of equipment. Guess that means a large exodus of local 'Ikes' for some of them will feel the need of this study. Roy Maybe, Monte Webb and a host of others will surely want to know how to bring in that 'big one' that always seemed to get away. If they flunk the course the 'big one' will still have its freedom. Work Started On Orange Show Preparations for the coming National Orange Show, to be held in San Bernardino, March 13 to 23, are rapidly going forward, the great exposition hall being completely redecorated for the event. An architecturally beautiful entrance is being constructed on the east side of the building, replacing the present entrance at the north end. This will relieve traffic congestion and provide ready access to the exhibits for the motorists. A new stage is also being constructed and will accommodate radio and screen stars broadcasting from the show, as well as the many entertaining orchestras. STAGE 'HANSEL AND GRETEL' "Hansel and Gretel" was staged by Intermediate Girl Scouts of Troop No. 8 of St. Boniface at the Parish Hall recently under the direction of Mrs. Betty Casey, leader. Cast members included Carol Bushman, announcer; Alice Weaver, father; Carol Muckenthaler, mother; Rosemarie Simons, the witch; Beverly Petterson, Hanesl, and Judy Debereic, Gretel. Following the presentation, the group created health and safety posters. PARKING DICATED Most off-street parking lot are moves forward on the Chartres district of Anaheim Chamber of Commerce of the projected plan to take advantage of city-owned lake Anaheim the first munin-od operate such lots. Noted Newsman Talk at Lincoln Day Meet, Feb. 13 On Close, nationally known mist and commentator on affairs, will be the speaker Lincoln Day dinner, to be under the auspices of the County Republican Cen-committee at the Santa Ana Civic Temple, February 13, at , according to an announcement by Ms. Lelia Eastman, man of the committee. Orange Market Fairly Active Despite a generally slow produce business, demand for California oranges continues to be fairly active, according to eastern reports. The demand for the larger sizes has diminished slightly, while demand for medium to small size navels has been stimulated by the low prices of recent weeks. As heavier supplies of small navels from Southern California reach the markets, it is expected that this condition will undergo some change. A decline of approximately 25 cents per box was noted in the price of Florida oranges during the week of January 25, with the auction average down to $2.34, delivered. Shipments continued to be heavy, 2500 cars moving during the week, according to reliable estimate, with about the same amount slated for the following week. The current market price of navels is being affected by the To Mix 'Donks,' And Basketball Friday Night There have been horses in bath-tubs, by eye-witness account. Now its donkeys in a gymnasium. Yep, astride rubber hooved steeds, faculty men of local schools will vie with the city officials in a gala donkey basketball extravaganza tomorrow (Friday) night, at the Anaheim Union high school gym. The "mounted" contest will be staged as a Community Chest benefit with all proceeds going to swell the Chest fund. General admission is 60 cents. Door swing open at 6:30 o'clock. Ten trained donks will be manned by high school instructors for the first half, with men from the elementary schools "up" for the second. The exact type of training possessed by the "beasties" was not specified by benefit directors, however, "anything can happen," they advised. Mayor Charles A. Pearson will captain the city officials. Co-captains of the school-men will be Paul S. Q. R. Store New Being Enlarged Enlarging and modern keeping with general civics being made in Anaheim SQR store is undergoing lifting" and expansion to be completed in the next weeks. Taking over adjacent park formerly occupied by groc door, the store is adding a mately 1600 square feet space, making room for a shoe department and a clothing department. The remodeling, to cost $20,000, will add greatly working space, enabling the to offer greater service public, according to the riment. GRANDMOTHER ENJOYS PREMIER PLANE RIDE "Elevating" experience for Lydia Davidson, 94-yr grandmother of Paul Davidson this city, was her "solo aboard a huge TWA airline her son, Davidson's father liam Davidson, he left their City Council fixes new days for employees Council in regular session Tuesday night moved to alter dates for all city employees, according to announcement by Lerk Charles Griffith. Under the new arrangement, paydays on the 10th and 25th days of each month, rather than on 2nd Tuesdays, as they have been heretofore. Reason for the change is to regulate the time between paydays more closely, so as prevent a situation where more than fourteen days passes between payday and the next. If the above dates fall on holidays, checks issued on the working day immediately preceding the holiday, Griffith. GRANDMOTHER ENJOYS PREMIER PLANE RIDE "Elevating" experience for Lydia Davidson, 94-year grandmother of Paul David this city, was her "solo aboard a huge TWA airline her son, Davidson's father liam Davidson, he left their in Des Moines, Iowa last morning at 9:45 o'clock and ed at the Municipal airport wood, at 11 o'clock, instead Los Angeles at 9 o'clock fog. They plan to spend weeks at the home, 550 South nois street, with the Paul sons and son, George. TRAFFIC TOLL FOR 1946 Month Total Persons Injured Fatal Accidents Deaths January 12 12 2 February 12 15 3 March 11 17 0 April 9 11 0 May 12 22 0 June 15 24 0 July 7 7 0 August 4 5 0 September 8 5 0 October 7 11 1 November 5 4 1 December 4 6 0 Of the fatalities, 4 were pedestrians, 3 were occupants of cars and 2 were bicycle riders. ANNUAL POLICE REPORT SHOWS BUSY YEAR IN '46 Anaheim's annual police report, for 1946, was submitted to Council by Police Chief Mark A. Stephenson at the city meeting Tuesday night. The report shows in statistical form activities of the police during the past year, and while the report gives an idea of the vast amount of police work to be done in this size, the report does not reveal the long hours of pains-effort on the part of the entire force, from officials to patrol to provide Anaheim with alert, up-to-the-minute police protection. The report, giving the types of offense and number of arrests, is listed below: Drunks 451 Drunk Driving 66 Disturbing Peace 52 Traffic Warrants 31 Petty Thefts 13 Auto Thefts 9 Burglary 8 Forgery 6 Toastmasters Area Meeting Next Thursday To streamline the Toastmasters speech-craft and membership program, Anaheim Toastmaster gather with delegates from ange, Fullerton, Huntington and Santa Ana at the area ing next Thursday night at o'clock at Rossmore Cafe. YDAYS FOR EMPLOYEES Council in regular session Tuesday night moved to alter dates for all city employees, according to announcement by Lerk Charles Griffith. Under the new arrangement, paydays on the 10th and 25th days of each month, rather than on 2nd Tuesdays, as they have been heretofore. Reason for the change is to regulate the time between paydays more closely, so as prevent a situation where more than fourteen days passes between day and the next. If the above dates fall on holidays, checks issued on the working day immediately preceding the holiday, Griffith. Other matter of particular interest taken up at the Council was the first reading of a motion to amend the parking ordinance. The change will two hour parking, for five on all meters except those in Angeles street and those inter between Emily and Vernon. Another revision in finance provides for operation of the meters between the date of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. on days through Saturdays. Only Saturday parking was allowed until 7 p.m. Resolution was passed authored application for payment state of the state's share veteran's temporary housing project. Amounting to $28,- the state's share represents percent of the total cost. Ana-oting the bill for the other cent, plus administrative submitted by the Charles Bank company was awarded tract for fire, theft, and extensive insurance coverage in city's fleet of automobilesucks. First year's premium amount to $191.50. The committing the insurance is Gen Insurance company of Seattle. Resolution was passed to sellert H. Steffens an industr belonging to the city with Olive street, for a con-pon of $1,600.00. and Mrs. Walter Stock of North East street, Anaheim, a new son who arrived at General hospital last day. Hold Elections for Directors of Water District February 4 Bi-annual elections in four divisions of the Orange County Water District will result in the naming of directors for Divisions 2, 3, 4, and 6, on February 4, according to an announcement from district headquarters today. E. T. Watson, division 2; Ralph McFadden, division 3; Job J. Denni, division 4; and Vernon C. Heil, division 6, are all up for re-election. Mr. Heil is present president of the Board of Directors, and the others have all served with the board for a long term of years. District officials predict a large vote, since so much interest has been evidenced in Orange county water problems. The board of directors will meet to canvas the vote on February 10, at 2:00 p.m., at the new district office, 1104 West Eighth street, Santa Ana Community Center. The district offices, formerly at 118 W. Fifth street, Santa Ana, will now be located at the above address, the district having leased premises for three years. Rooms 222, 223, and 224 will be occupied by the district, officials said. WELCOME DAUGHTER Greeting a new daughter wereMr. and Mrs. Alfred Acosta of 417 South Clementine street, Anaheim. She arrived at Fullerton General hospital Wednesday of last week. Welcoming a new daughter were Mr. and Mrs. Edward Strange of Route 3, Box 228-A, Anaheim. She arrived at St. Joseph hospital, Orange, last Sunday, tipping the scales at eight pounds, two ounces. The report, giving the types of offense and number of arrests, is listed below: Drunks ... 451 Drunk Driving ... 66 Disturbing Peace ... 52 Traffic Warrants ... 31 Petty Thefts ... 13 Auto Thefts ... 9 Burglary ... 8 Forgery ... 6 Vagrancy ... 6 Drinking in street ... 6 Battery ... 5 Rape ... 5 Lewd Vagrancy ... 4 Violation Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance ... 3 Sex Offenses ... 3 Assault ... 2 Peeping Tom ... 2 Fraud ... 2 Juvenile Arrests ... 2 F. B. I. Arrests ... 2 Drunk Driving, Felony... 2 In addition to the above, there was one arrest for each of the following: possession of marajuana, assault with deadly weapon, arson, cruelty to animals, manslaughter, wife beating, possession of concealed weapons, operating bookmaking establishment, conspiracy, indecent exposure, violating a business license ordinance, and violating a city park ordinance. In 1946 there were 44 stolen cars recovered, 190 doors or windows found open, 90 funerals patrolled, 459 money escorts, 96 juvenile interviews, 59 juveniles cited to court, 238 accidents handled by officers, 59 of which required ambulances, 2,372 traffic citations handed out and 1,328 parking meter citations written. All in all, the police had a busy year! To streamline the Toastmaster speech-craft and membership program, Anaheim Toastmaster gather with delegates from ange, Fullerton, Huntington and Santa Ana at the area ing next Thursday night at o'clock at Rossmore Cafe, North Sycamore street, Santa Ana with Santa Ana Toastmaster club 15, as hosts. District Governor Hermann mer of Downey, formerly o'clockton, will attend. Invitation the dinner-session was revived by the local speechmakers letter from Santa Ana club read by Vice President Al during the regular meeting Monday night at the An Union high school cafe at o'clock. Reservations must made in advance, Holve strcty by telephoning local Secreta Wright, Anaheim 3307. Such provocative individual topics as "State Highway "The House of Representatives"The Senate," "Gasoline" "Radio Programs," "Our Streets," and "The Motionure," were presented for twouet extemporaneous discussin Earl E. Smith, table topic m for the evening. Rev. Leslie Sim, pastor o Wesley Methodist church, the toastmaster of the evie who introduced the four sers. Dr. Kenneth Hueler took honors and the Patterson t with his premier-winning au-graphical sketch. Other speci included Bob Allen discus-"Weather Control," John K en presenting "Politicians I Known," and an extempora- speech prepared during ther ner, by Tom Palmer, en "What's Wrong With Ame People." Critic was Paul ford. Go to Church Sunday! 30, 1947 Eight Pages NUMBER 14 S. Q. R. Store Now Being Enlarged Enlarging and modernizing in keeping with general civic progress being made in Anaheim, the QR store is undergoing a "face-fitting" and expansion program to be completed in the next few weeks. Taking over adjacent property formerly occupied by grocers next door, the store is adding approximately 1600 square feet of floor space, making room for a larger noe department and a boys' nothing department. The remodeling, to cost about $20,000, will add greatly to the working space, enabling the store to offer greater service to the public, according to the management. GRANDMOTHER ENJOYS PREMIER 'PLANE RIDE' "Elevating" experience for Mrs. Sydney Davidson, 94-year-old grandmother of Paul Davidson of this city, was her "solo flight" board a huge TWA airliner. With her son, Davidson's father, William Davidson, he left their home CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RETAIL MEMBERS PLAN ACTIVITY FOR '47 Plans for the coming year's promotional activities were discussed this morning, Thursday, at the Chamber of Commerce retail division breakfast, in one of the most enjoyable and informative sessions yet held. Commissioner Ray Van Wagoner and Chief Mark A. Stephenson of the Anaheim Police Department were featured guests. Van Wagoner discussed the parking meters, asking for support and co-operation of the merchants. He pointed out the benefits to be derived from the new parking lots, payment for which is being financed by the meters. Anaheim is the only city using its parking meter funds for this purpose, he said. Tuesday Is Deadline For License Plates Next Tuesday is the deadline for motor vehicle registrations for 1947, and automobile owners are urged to apply for their new plates before that date, or risk paying the penalty for late registration. Differing from many eastern States, California's motor vehicle laws do not allow any extension of the deadline for new plates, and motorists who do not have BRANDMOTHER ENJOYS PREMIER 'PLANE RIDE' "Elevating" experience for Mrs. Maryia Davidson, 94-year-old grandmother of Paul Davidson of this city, was her "solo flight" board a huge TWA airliner. With her son, Davidson's father, Wilhelm Davidson, he left their home in Des Moines, Iowa last Sunday morning at 9:45 o'clock and landed at the Municipal airport, Inglewood, at 11 o'clock, instead of in Los Angeles at 9 o'clock due to fog. They plan to spend several weeks at the home, 550 South Illinois street, with the Paul Davidson and son, George. L FOR 1946 Persons Injured Fatal Accidents Deaths 12 2 3 15 3 3 17 0 0 11 0 0 22 0 0 24 0 0 7 0 0 5 0 0 5 0 0 11 1 2 4 1 1 6 0 0 PORT N'46 For 1946, was submitted to City Stephenson at the city council shows in statistical form the first year, and while the figures office work to be done in a city on the long hours of pains-taking time, from officials to patrolmen, Toastmasters Area Meeting Next Thursday To streamline the Toastmaster tech-craft and membership program, Anaheim Toastmasters will either with delegates from Ortege, Fullerton, Huntington Beach or Santa Ana at the area meet next Thursday night at 6:15 clock at Rossmore Cafe, 410 License Plates Next Tuesday is the deadline for motor vehicle registrations for 1947, and automobile owners are urged to apply for their new plates before that date, or risk paying the penalty for late registration. Differing from many eastern States, California's motor vehicle laws do not allow any extension of the deadline for new plates, and motorists who do not have their new plates applied for before the deadline will be subject to 100 per cent penalty on the plate fees and a 50 per cent penalty on their lieu fees. Car owners wishing to pay their fees in person may do so at 405 S. Main street, Orange, at the office of the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Mail applications which must bear a postmark not later than midnight of February 4, should be accompanied by postal, bank or express money orders, or by certified check. No personal checks will be accepted, and cash should not be sent by mail. Applications may be mailed to the Motor Vehicle Department at 700 East Broadway, Long Beach; 3500 South Hope Street, Los Angeles; or 12th and N Streets, Sacramento. County Gov't To Hold Open House March 8 Orange county residents are to have a chance soon to personally investigate the inner workings of their county government, it was announced by Laura B. Betts, president of the Orange County Mutual Benefit Association today. Setting aside the week of March 3 to 8 as "Know Your County Government" week, the association, with the co-operation of county officials, will launch a program to familiarize the public with the entire scope of the county government—how it operates, what its functions are and what records and services are available to the public. To complete the program, arrangements have been made to have county offices remain open Saturday afternoon, March 8, not for business, but so the public can walk into and through using its parking meter funds for this purpose, he said. Chief Stephenson spoke on some of the difficulties of the police in enforcing the parking meter ordinance, and asked for better understanding between police and the public. He pointed out that the one dollar fine is less than many other cities, and that it was a more practical one than the Santa Ana fifty cent fine which defeated its own purpose because many people thought the fifty cent fine cheaper than paying all-day parking rates in a commercial lot. He stressed the fact that police were being as lenient as possible and did not wish to work a hardship on any one, but if the ordinance was to benefit the public as intended, it would have to be observed by all or naturally would not be very effective. The retail division of the Chamber of Commerce has decided, it was brought out at the breakfast, to work out plans for a comprehensive public relations and promotional campaign to promote better business activity during the coming year. It was decided to set up a budget and, in meetings to follow, members of the retail division will set up a complete plan for the year. As soon as everything has been worked out the plans will be released to the public, said secretary E. W. Moeller. New members of the retail division present for the first time included Charles Holiday and E. A. Seekins, of Anaheim Drug; Jack Payne, of Penny Market; Julius Knobloch, of Ranzona's; John O. Kane of the Kraft Shop, and Floyd A. Heath and Ernest Owston, representing Heath and Owston Linoleum Company. Montgomery-Ward Branch To Open One of the catalogue offices of the Montgomery Ward and Company, nation-wide merchandising firm, will open at 224 East Center street, it was announced this week by the central office, Chicago, Illinois. Lease of the location in the S. P. Kraemer building covers a period of years. Extensive business surveys have been conducted in this area by company experts, and Anaheim has been selected as the most logical place for one of the new catalogue offices, the Ward spokesman stated. To bring a practical shopping convenience to local citizens, a wide assortment of merchandise usually available only to Toastmasters Area Meeting Next Thursday To streamline the Toastmaster speech-craft and membership program, Anaheim Toastmasters will gather with delegates from Orlando, Fullerton, Huntington Beach and Santa Ana at the area meet next Thursday night at 6:15 p.m. at Rossmore Cafe, 410 North Sycamore street, Santa Ana, with Santa Ana Toastmasters to 15, as hosts. District Governor Herman Strouz of Downey, formerly of Fulfon, will attend. Invitations to dinner-session was revealed in the local speechmakers in a letter from Santa Ana club 15 led by Vice President Al Holve being the regular meeting last Sunday night at the Anaheim on high school cafe at 6:30 p.m. Reservations must be made in advance, Holve stressed, telephone local Secretary Ed Wright, Anaheim 3307. Much provocative individual topics as "State Highways," the House of Representatives," the Senate," "Gasoline Tax," radio Programs," "Our City Meetings," and "The Motion Pictures" were presented for two-minute extemporaneous discussion by E. Smith, table topic master of the evening. Rev. Leslie Sim, pastor of the Valley Methodist church, was totoastmaster of the evening, who introduced the four speakers Dr. Kenneth Hueler took top honors and the Patterson trophy on his premier-winning autobiographical sketch. Other speakers included Bob Allen discussing weather Control," John Knutz presenting "Politicians I Have Drown," and an extemporaneous speech, prepared during the dinner by Tom Palmer, entitled What's Wrong With American People." Critic was Paul Sanford to Church Sunday! Association, with the co-operation of county officials, will launch a program to familiarize the public with the entire scope of the county government—how it operates, what its functions are and what records and services are available to the public. To complete the program, arrangements have been made to have county offices remain open Saturday afternoon, March 8, not for business, but so the public can walk into and through the various departments, where employees will explain the functions of each office, exhibit facilities used to operate the offices, and show the public the extent of the services which are available. Most people have wondered from time to time just what a certain part of the county government does, or just what records are kept and why, but not having any "legal" business to transact, never felt it was proper to just wander in and ask questions; now, however, their opportunity has arrived, for that is just what we wish them to do, say officials. "The public has little conception of the work being done by county employees, and our program 'Know your Government' week is intended to make our citizens better acquainted with their own government, to know of the services it renders and of the records which are available,'" stated Miss Bettis. Ernest S. Wooster, of the county auditor's staff, is head of the committee in charge of arrangements for the program. 28 INCH RAIN HERE TUESDAY Precipitation of "liquid sunshine" in Anaheim last Tuesday was .28 of an inch as recorded on the gauge at the local power house Wednesday morning for the 24 hours preceding. Total rainfall for this winter now is 9.23 inches as compared to the 1946 winter season total of 5.71 inches. The fiscal year begins July 1 during the "slow business" period. Anaheim merchants offer the greatest in values!